Event Phone: 64444555
Basic Sailing Course (Youth & Adult)
*** Full day course (9:30am – 5:00pm) for 4 days (total of 8 sessions) ***
- Intake 1: April 3, 4, 5 & 6
- Intake 2: Jun 5, 6, 7 & 8
- Intake 3: Jun 19, 20, 21 & 22
- Intake 4: Jul 10, 11, 12 & 13
- Intake 5: Oct 16, 17, 18 & 19
- Intake 6: Nov 27, 28, 29 & 30
- Intake 7: Dec 4, 5, 6 & 7
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LESSON OUTLINE
Day 1
09.20 am : Report to NSC – proceed at the Multi Purpose Hall / Canteen
– Coaches to check the identification of students
09.30am – 10.40 am: Classroom Theory Lesson
Topics:
Chapter 1 : Introduction – Welcome, Safety Measure
Procedures (on land & water)
Chapter 2 : Basic Theory
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Sailing Terminologies
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Tacking & Gybing
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Steering the boat
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Sail Trim
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Side of the boats
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Parts of the boat
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Sailing Knots
Chapter 3 : Boat Work
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Rigging & De-rigging
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Launching
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Recovery
Chapter 4 : Boat Handling
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Capsize
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Stop / Accelerate
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MOB
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Sailing Beam Reach
10.45 am: Drawing of equipment and life jacket / helmet
11.00am- 12.45pm: Identify wind direction, Rigging / Demonstration / boat simulator
1.00pm: Lunch
2.00pm – 2.30pm: Simulation tack, steer boat, trim sail, direction, wind angle
2.45pm – 4.30pm: Swim test, Beach drill (capsize, Tacking, Launching & recovery) and try sailing with two marks in sailing reaching. Stop-Accelerate. How to get out of no go zone
4.30pm – 5.00 pm: Wash boats, return equipment’s
5.20pm: Debrief
5.30pm: Dismiss
Day 2
09.20am: Report to NSC
– Coaches to take attendance
09.30am – 10.30am: Classroom Theory Lesson
Topics:
Chapter 5 : Basic Sailing
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Point of sailing
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Close hauled
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Reaching
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Running
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Key points of learning
Chapter 6 : Essential factors
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Wind awareness
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Sail Trim
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Boat Balance
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Course made good
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Centreboard/Daggerboard
Chapter 7 : Basic Sailing Rules
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Definitions (windward/leeward, clear astern/clear ahead)
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Rule 10
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Rule 11
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Rule 12
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Rule 14
10.45am- 11.30am: Drawing of equipment / Rigging / Demonstration / boat simulator
11.30am – 12.50pm: Sailing beam reach with two marks with tacking and gybing. Stop-accelerate. Follow the leader, 5 essentials practice
1.00pm: Lunch
2.00pm – 2.15pm: Boat checking, launching
2.30pm – 5.00pm: Tacking, gybing, sailing in windward/leeward course with 3 Marks (low angle for upwind mark) stop/accelerate
5.20pm: Debrief
5.30pm: Dismiss
Day 3
09.20am: Report to NSC
09.30am- 10.00am: Rigging and Boat Checking
10.15am – 12.45am: Launching, Triangle course with all combination of all boat handlings material, sail standing
1.00pm: Lunch
2.00pm – 2.25pm: MOB Theory Lesson
2.30pm – 5.00pm: Launching, Continue triangle course, practice MOB , Sail Long Distance (depend on situation)
5.20 pm: Debriefing
5.30 pm: Dismiss
Day 4
09.20 am: Report to NSC
09.30am – 10.00am: Online Theory Test (handphone)
NOTE : Participants fill up the test application form, and testers to explain the criteria’s to pass the Practical Test
10.15 am: Rigging and checking boats
– Coach Testers assess the boat rigging, knots and safety. Requirements, oral test (random question)
10.45 am -12.50 pm: Launching water activity (practical sailing test)
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Launching & recovery
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Points of Sailing on Triangle Course
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Tacking – Gybing
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Five Essentials in sailing
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Capsize
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Stop (Heave-To) and Accelerate
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MOB
1.00 pm: Lunch
2.00 pm – 4.00 pm: Launching and continue practical test until all done
NOTE : Testers to inform admin staffs regarding all participants results to proceed with printing the Level 1 Card
4.00 pm – 5.00pm: Back to shore and wash boats, returns all equipment’s
5.00 pm: Graduation (Stick to the same group), Participants to get their certificates and cards
5.30 pm: Dismiss
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What to Bring:
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- Sun block lotion
- Sunglasses and retention strap
- Rubber soled shoes (covered) or sailing booties – (no sandals)
- Rash guard or T-shirt & swim long tights or pants (for on-water sessions)
- Cap
- Helmet (e. g. bicycle / roller skate helmet)
- A pair of sailing gloves
- Whistle
- Water bottle
- Towel
- A set of extra clothing
- Lunch meal
- Snack (e.g. energy bar, banana & etc)
- Writing materials (notebook & pen)
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What will be provided:
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Course training book
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Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
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Sailing/training equipment
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Certificate of participation (upon completion)
To obtain Level 1 Dinghy Proficiency, participants must successfully complete the theory and practical assessments. After successful completion of the theory and practical assessment, participants can submit the application for the Level 1 Dinghy Proficiency card.
Note: Kindly bring your meal & own snacks e.g. fruits or energy bar for your recovery food after the afternoon sailing.
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Terms and Conditions for Basic Sailing Course:
- Singapore Sailing Federation reserves the right to cancel a session due to lack of participation (Minimum 6 to start the course).
- No replacement classes will be provided for any missed sessions without a medical certificate.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Do I need to know how to swim?
A: Yes, a swim test will be conducted in the open sea. You will be equipped with a personal flotation device (will be provided).
Q: What is the duration of classes?
A: Classes will run from 0930 – 1730.
Q: When will I receive information on the meeting time and place and any clothing I should prepare?
A: The above joining details will be provided about 1 week prior to the course commencement.
Q: Will lunch be provided?
A: No, please kindly provide your own meal as we also do not have any Canteen on our place.
Q: Will I get a sailing certificate after the course?
A: This is dependent on whether you pass the assessment held on the last day of the course. If you pass the assessment, you will receive a Level 1 Sailing Proficiency certification. If you need to retake the assessment, you may click on the following link:
Q: I would like to buy this for a friend but I’m not sure if he/she can make it for the dates listed above.
A: Please do email Ms Joa (joa@singaporesailing.org.sg) if you are keen to buy a Gift Voucher.
There are no upcoming dates for this event.
Venue: National Sailing Centre
Venue Phone: 64444555
Address:
Description:
National Sailing Centre
1500 East Coast Parkway
Singapore 468963
Tel: (65) 64444555
Fax: (65) 6448 0485